Product Details

Peritoneal dialysis accessories complement the full line of peritoneal dialysis catheters allowing for proper insertion and management of these products.

Features and Benefits

Feature

Benefit

15cm Silicone Rubber Catheter Extension

Allows repair of the external portion of any Kendall peritoneal dialysis catheter. This preserves access by salvaging a perfectly functioning catheter without having to surgically replace it.

Hinged Glue Mold

Used with adhesive, the mold forms a permanent silicone seal over the connection between the indwelling catheter and the extension.

Locking Ring

Securely holds the glue mold over the repair area while the adhesive cures to ensure accurate repair.

BETA-CAP™ Adapter

The adapter provides a tight closure when used with a standard CAPD transfer set. It is made of ULTEM™* resin material to maximize durability and resist cracking and breakage during repeated catheter cleaning or use.

Features and Benefits

Feature

Benefit

Argyle™ Peri-Patch Repair Kit silicone rubber catheter extension

Allows repair of the external portion of any Argyle™ Peritoneal Dialysis Catheter. This preserves access by salvaging a perfectly functioning catheter without having to surgically replace it.

Argyle™ Peri-Patch Repair Kit hinged glue mold

When used with adhesive, forms a permanent silicone seal over the connection between the indwelling catheter and the extension.

Argyle™ Peri-Patch Repair Kit locking ring

Securely holds the glue mold over the repair area while the adhesive cures to ensure accurate repair.

Argyle™ Peri-Patch Repair Kit Beta-Cap™ adapter

Provides a tight closure when used with a standard continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis CAPD transfer set. It is made of Ultem™* resin material to maximize durability and resist cracking and breakage during repeated catheter cleaning or use.

Full complement of accessory products

Allow for proper insertion and management of peritoneal dialysis catheters.

Frequently Asked Questions

Question

Answer

Can the PERI-PATCH™ Repair Kit be used for internal repairs?

No. According to the product's Instructions for Use, the PERI-PATCH™ Repair Kit can be used to lengthen or repair the external portion of any Kendall peritoneal catheter.

How long does the external part of the peritoneal dialysis catheter have to be in order to use the PERI-PATCH™ Repair Kit for repairs?

According to the product's Instructions for Use, to be repaired, the undamaged, external portion of the indwelling catheter must be at least 3cm long.

What is Medical Grade Silicone Adhesive, Type A?

According to the product's Instructions for Use, Medical Adhesive - Type A is a translucent silicone bonding material that contains no solvents and cures at room temperature upon exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Does the PERI-PATCH™ Repair Kit come packaged with the silicone adhesive glue?

No. Silicone Adhesive is packaged individually and must be ordered separately to ensure maximum shelf-life. See order information under Item #8810807001.

How long does it take for the Medical Grade Silicone Adhesive, Type A to cure?

According to the product's Instructions for Use, curing time depends upon the thickness of the applied adhesive layer, the relative humidity and the accessibility of atmospheric moisture to the curing adhesive. A relative humidity level between 20 and 60 percent is recommended for optimal curing at room temperature. Dry heat will not accelerate the cure and should not be used. A minimum of 72 hours is recommended for curing a peritoneal dialysis catheter. If the adhesive still feels tacky after 72 hours, reclose the mold and leave it on the catheter for an additional 24 hours. If bubbles are present in the mold, apply additional adhesive to fill them, reclose the mold and allow to cure for an additional 24 hours. Please refer to the product's Instructions for Use for product-specific detailed instructions.

Can routine peritoneal dialysis be performed while the Silicone Adhesive Glue is curing?

According to the product's Instructions for Use, routine peritoneal dialysis can be performed while the adhesive is curing.

How long is the silicone rubber catheter extension in the PERI-PATCH™ Repair Kit?

The silicone rubber catheter extension in the PERI-PATCH™ Repair Kit is 15cm in length and has an internal diameter (I.D.) of 2.6mm or 8Fr. and an outer diameter (O.D.) of 4.9mm or 15Fr.

How do I calculate the priming volume of the newly repaired peritoneal dialysis catheter?

According to the product's Instructions for Use, to calculate the priming volume of the newly repaired peritoneal dialysis catheter, one must know the length of the original catheter the patient had in place prior to the repair. Then measure the difference (in centimeters) between the length of the indwelling catheter removed and the length of the repair extension used. Multiply the difference by the correction factor (0.0548cc/cm). This will give you the amount of priming volume to be added or subtracted from the initial priming volume. NOTE: If the section of catheter removed is shorter than the repair extension, the volume calculated is added to the catheter's original priming volume. If the section of catheter removed is longer than the repair extension, then the volume calculated is subtracted from the catheter's original priming volume.

How is the PERI-PATCH™ Repair Kit packaged?

All components in the PERI-PATCH™ Repair Kit are double packaged; the inner package can be placed directly on a sterile field.

Frequently Asked Questions

Question

Answer

Can the Argyle™ Peri-Patch Repair Kit be used for internal repairs?

No. The Peri-Patch Repair Kit can be used to lengthen or repair only the external portion of any Argyle™ Peritoneal Catheter.

How long does the external part of the peritoneal dialysis catheter have to be in order to use the Peri-Patch Repair Kit?

The undamaged, external portion of the indwelling catheter must be at least 3cm long.

What is silicone adhesive?

Silicone adhesive is a translucent, silicone bonding material that contains no solvents and cures at room temperature upon exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Does the Argyle™ Peri-Patch Repair Kit come packaged with the silicone adhesive?

No. Silicone adhesive is packaged individually and must be ordered separately to ensure maximum shelf life. See order information under Item #8810807001.

How long does it take for the silicone adhesive to cure?

Curing time depends upon the thickness of the applied adhesive layer, the relative humidity and the accessibility of atmospheric moisture to the curing adhesive. A relative humidity level between 20 and 60 percent is recommended for optimal curing at room temperature. Dry heat will not accelerate the cure and should not be used. A minimum of 72 hours is recommended for curing a peritoneal dialysis catheter. If the adhesive still feels tacky after 72 hours, reclose the mold and leave it on the catheter for an additional 24 hours. If bubbles are present in the mold, apply additional adhesive to fill them, reclose the mold and allow curing for an additional 24 hours. (Please refer to the product's Instructions for Use for product-specific detailed instructions.)

Can routine peritoneal dialysis be preformed while the silicone adhesive is curing?

Yes. Routine peritoneal dialysis can be performed while the adhesive is curing.

How long Is the silicone rubber catheter extensions in the Argyle™ Peri-Patch Repair Kit?

The silicone rubber catheter extension in the Argyle™ Peri-Patch Repair Kit is 15cm in length and has an internal diameter of 2.6mm or 8Fr and an outer diameter of 4.9mm or 15Fr.

How do I calculate the priming volume of the newly repaired peritoneal dialysis catheter?

First determine the length of the original catheter the patient had in place prior to the repair. Then, measure the difference (in centimeters) between the length of the indwelling catheter removed and the length of the repair extension used. Multiply the difference by the correction factor (0.0548mL/cm). This will give you the amount of priming volume to be added or subtracted from the initial priming volume. NOTE: If the section of catheter removed is shorter than the repair extension, the volume calculated is added to the catheter's original priming volume. If the section of catheter removed is longer than the repair extension, then the volume calculated is subtracted from the catheter's original priming volume.

How is the Argyle™ Peri-Patch Repair Kit packaged?

All components in the Peri-Patch Repair Kit are double packaged; the inner package can be placed directly on a sterile field.